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Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-07-2023, 12:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 960
Posted By bludog87
The CoPilot app lets you set the average speed in...

The CoPilot app lets you set the average speed in the vehicle’s profile. It then uses that for ETA.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-29-2023, 06:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,167
Posted By bludog87
Frizzlife has a .5 micron under sink filter. I...

Frizzlife has a .5 micron under sink filter. I use this at home and in the RV. I hook it up to the kitchen cold side, and keep a bottle chilled in the fridge.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-27-2023, 07:27 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,843
Posted By bludog87
If the RecPro was my primary AC, not shutting off...

If the RecPro was my primary AC, not shutting off would be a deal breaker for me too. When the compressor turns off, the fan goes to low speed. Mine is fully managed via the remote, including the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-21-2023, 01:09 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,843
Posted By bludog87
I just added Recpro’s 9.5 ton to our class C rear...

I just added Recpro’s 9.5 ton to our class C rear bedroom. I opt’ed for a second 30amp service into a new breaker panel. I replaced an airmax exhaust vent. The Recpro shoots the air fore and aft,...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-04-2023, 02:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,779
Posted By bludog87
I once had air bags on an F250, so I could ditch...

I once had air bags on an F250, so I could ditch the WDH and other reasons. But I also had sway bars (two! Depending one the wind). It drove fine, and I preferred it over the WDH. Having both...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 04-12-2023, 08:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,852
Posted By bludog87
I have had that issue. I don’t remember the...

I have had that issue. I don’t remember the scanner code I had, the MB dealer said the code they saw on their better scanners was due to starting the engine too quickly after plugging the battery...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 04-12-2023, 08:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,235
Posted By bludog87
When you plug it back in, be sure to give the...

When you plug it back in, be sure to give the computers time to boot up. Starting the engine too quickly will produce a false check engine light.

I am on my second AZ battery, even with keeping...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-24-2023, 11:47 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 13,137
Posted By bludog87
No. There are too many factors that feed the...

No. There are too many factors that feed the gas/diesel decision. A few not mentioned above: how far are you going? How often are you doing it? What is the wind drag of the tow vehicle? (Wind...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-06-2023, 07:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,556
Posted By bludog87
I lost one and removed the matching one, then...

I lost one and removed the matching one, then bought lug nut covers, as they were far cheaper. Looks fine.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-04-2023, 01:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,765
Posted By bludog87
There are too many options, indeed. The T-Mobile...

There are too many options, indeed. The T-Mobile home router works for us for connectivity.

Be sure your streaming device allows casting from your phone or computer, this allows local...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-28-2022, 03:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,009
Posted By bludog87
Same story as Bob…. Took our mattress to a local...

Same story as Bob…. Took our mattress to a local mattress company. Replaced a 4” thick with a custom 7” thick mattress. We did the same in our previous TT.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-24-2022, 12:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 832
Posted By bludog87
Just to throw in a wrinkle…realizing this goes...

Just to throw in a wrinkle…realizing this goes beyond your question.

I have a winegard connect with a repeater and sim. The sim prices were $60+ when I used it, and it was only 4G. The...
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 10-13-2022, 06:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 527
Posted By bludog87
Agreeing with triplewide… My TV would slide...

Agreeing with triplewide…

My TV would slide up revealing the bottom screws, with a matching pair on top.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 09-30-2022, 12:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,770
Posted By bludog87
While in Abilene at the Frontier Museum, go...

While in Abilene at the Frontier Museum, go around the corner into McKay’s Bakery and get me some oatmeal raisin cookies, please!
Forum: Just Conversation 09-04-2022, 02:39 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 66,759
Posted By bludog87
You people are arguing over nothing, which is not...

You people are arguing over nothing, which is not helpful to the OP.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-04-2022, 07:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 934
Posted By bludog87
There should/might(?) be at least one stud on...

There should/might(?) be at least one stud on that wall. Using the French cleat is a great idea as you can span the entire wall. I did something similar recently as I had a stud on one end and a...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-08-2022, 01:45 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,038
Posted By bludog87
LOL, what fun this was to read. The high number...

LOL, what fun this was to read. The high number of replies is quite funny, and the range of “solutions”.

So here’s another. In my experience, the speed of the first pour has everything to do with...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 03-13-2022, 05:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,900
Posted By bludog87
I had a roadmaster sway bar put on my 2017...

I had a roadmaster sway bar put on my 2017 chassis.

I used to rock side to side endlessly leaving my driveway, the sway bar drastically improved that. It also handles wind better on the road.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-05-2021, 11:04 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 17,776
Posted By bludog87
I also use Wash Wax All. I use their...

I also use Wash Wax All.

I use their “shampoo” to wash, then spray and wipe it down afterwards. It repels dirt, so sometimes can do it every other trip. I also use a rain-x equivalent on the...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 07-25-2021, 12:38 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,423
Posted By bludog87
We tow a Ford Escape Hybrid, which I think is...

We tow a Ford Escape Hybrid, which I think is around 3500 lbs. We loose about a half mile per gallon towing (12-13 mpg). Have gotten as high as 15 mpg coming down from Estes Park. The generator...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 02-05-2021, 04:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,239
Posted By bludog87
Good thoughts! I considered both before making a...

Good thoughts! I considered both before making a decision. My personal windshield damage history is limited to my commuter vehicles, I’m willing to risk it on the RV. Besides, the windshield film...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 01-30-2021, 04:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,593
Posted By bludog87
We drove to White Pigeon and had Big Foot...

We drove to White Pigeon and had Big Foot levelers installed on our MB Thor Citation. Took them a total 2hrs to install. I don’t remember ever camping in a level spot, now they all are! The stillness...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 01-29-2021, 09:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,239
Posted By bludog87
I put film on all my vehicles; I’m a true...

I put film on all my vehicles; I’m a true believer. I have clear ceramic on two windshields. That helped immensely with the heat up front in the Sprinter. I was so impressed, I immediately did the...
Forum: Just Conversation 12-25-2020, 05:49 AM
Replies: 36,681
Views: 2,006,393
Posted By bludog87
Start again Again

Start again

Again
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-24-2020, 08:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,059
Posted By bludog87
We tow the Ford Escape Hybrid and love it. Used...

We tow the Ford Escape Hybrid and love it. Used Blue Ox with stay-in-play duo and line charger.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-18-2019, 07:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,930
Posted By bludog87
I tried to “upgrade” my Winegard batwings with a...

I tried to “upgrade” my Winegard batwings with a King Jack, my reception dropped ~25%. I used a meter and check each primary channel before and after. I put the wings back on.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 01-05-2019, 07:12 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 16,991
Posted By bludog87
With our TT, I found a backyard grill somebody...

With our TT, I found a backyard grill somebody had thrown away and modified it to a tabletop grill. I used it for nearly 20 years. Then we got a Camp Chef with griddle, grill, and pizza oven. Then...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-26-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,522
Posted By bludog87
I've used Bal x-chocks for years to...

I've used Bal x-chocks for years to reduce/minimize the fore/aft movement. We have bunks in the rear and the kids would rock the trailer. I use 4x4s cut at angle to keep the trailer from rolling...
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